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Transfer Talk: Napoli and Chelsea mull Lukaku-Osimhen swap

The summer transfer window is open! Transfer Talk brings you all the latest buzz on rumours, comings, goings and, of course, done deals!

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August 1, 2024

Endrick becomes Red Bull brand ambassador

Real Madrid’s Brazilian teenage soccer sensation Endrick signed a multi-year sponsorship deal on Tuesday with Austrian energy drinks maker Red Bull. Thiago Freitas, COO of Roc Nation Sports in Brazil, the agency that represents and manages Endrick’s career, said that the 18-year-old Brazil international will be a brand ambassador for the company. The striker adds the deal to a partnership roster that includes brands like Disney, New Balance and Panini.…

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July 31, 2024

Norway to hold vote on VAR after new pastry protest

Norwegian football will hold “open and democratic talks” over the use of the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) ahead of a vote on its future in March, the president of the Football Association of Norway has announced. Yet another game was stopped by protests on Monday — this time due to a flurry of Danish pastries. The Eliteserien has been blighted by fan opposition to VAR throughout the summer, with supporters…

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July 31, 2024

Eriksen: 2023 U.S. tour hurt Man Utd’s season

LOS ANGELES, California — Christian Eriksen has said he is hopeful Manchester United’s summer tour of the United States provides good preparation for the new season after suggesting a difficult trip 12 months ago contributed to their poor campaign. The 2023 tour consisted of stops in New Jersey, San Diego, Houston and Las Vegas. This time, the club have opted for a training camp at UCLA in California and just…

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July 30, 2024

Transfer Talk: Bayern Munich look to Doué after Simons snub

The summer transfer window is open! Transfer Talk brings you all the latest buzz on rumours, comings, goings and, of course, done deals! Bayern Munich have turned their attention to Rennes midfielder Désiré Doué following Xavi Simons’ decision to agree a new loan deal with RB Leipzig, according to Sky Sports Deutschland’s Florian Plettenberg. Bayern have spent much of the summer attempting to secure a deal for Paris Saint-Germain flyer…

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July 30, 2024

Pulisic unveils AC Milan’s classy away kit inspired by club’s cricket connection

With United States star Christian Pulisic back on home soil, AC Milan and kit manufacturer Puma chose a novel way to unveil their new away kit. The Serie A giants sprang the big reveal on fans in New York City during their preseason friendly against Premier League champions Manchester City at Yankee Stadium on Saturday. As you might expect, both Milan and City began the game wearing their new 2024-25…

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July 29, 2024

Barça announce U.S. friendlies vs. Bay FC, Dallas

Barcelona Femení will return to the United States this summer as part of their preparations for the new season, with friendlies scheduled against Bay FC and Dallas Trinity FC in August. The European champions will kick off their mini-tour against National Women’s Soccer League side Bay FC at Paypal Park in San José, California, on Aug. 27. They will then head to Texas where they will play Dallas Trinity, who…

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July 28, 2024

‘I feel super powerful’: How meditation helps soccer players get in the zone

Perched on a rock surrounding by the soothing sounds of a flowing stream and tweeting birds, Erling Haaland cuts a serene figure. Sitting cross-legged with hands out and eyes closed, the striker adopts the same meditative pose that fans of Manchester City have seen when he celebrated one of his many goals for the club. This tranquil scene, captured in a video posted on Instagram on the day of the…

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July 28, 2024

How Maresca is navigating first, complicated days at Chelsea

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Two members of Stanford University’s American football team tried to talk their way past security and into Chelsea’s first training session on this summer’s preseason tour of the United States. “We just need to get something from our lockers … but don’t tell the coach,” one said to an unimpressed and unmoved guard at Stanford Stadium’s Gate 1, everyone bathed in Tuesday’s 90-degree Fahrenheit heat. Intrigue…

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July 27, 2024

Manchester City launch new third kit at New York block party

With the return of the Premier League on Aug. 16 edging ever closer, defending champions Manchester City have released their new third kit for the 2024-25 campaign. The strip was launched as City embark on a whistle-stop preseason tour of the United States, with fans afforded their first glimpse of the fresh design at a special block party event organised by the club in New York. The area on 49th…

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July 27, 2024

The wait is over: Newcastle beat Liverpool to end 70-year domestic trophy droughtMarch 17, 2025
LONDON — Newcastle United ended their 70-year wait for a domestic trophy on Sunday at Wembley as Liverpool followed this past week’s UEFA Champions League round-of-16 exit with a dismal Carabao Cup final performance in a 2-1 defeat against Eddie Howe’s team. Boyhood Newcastle supporter Dan Burn put his team ahead with a stunning long-range… Read more: The wait is over: Newcastle beat Liverpool to end 70-year domestic trophy drought
Man City’s European hopes hit by draw vs. BrightonMarch 16, 2025
Manchester City could only muster a 2-2 draw with Brighton on Saturday, dropping points in a blow to their hopes of playing in Europe next season.
Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid eye Spurs defender Cristian RomeroMarch 16, 2025
Real Madrid are eyeing a move for Tottenham Hotspur defender Cristian Romero, while Newcastle United are interested on-loan Juventus striker Randal Kolo Muani as a potential Alexander Isak successor. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors and gossip from around the globe. Transfers homepage | Done deals | Men’s January grades | Women’s January… Read more: Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid eye Spurs defender Cristian Romero
Super Cup probe: Judge questions Gerard PiquéMarch 15, 2025
Former Barcelona defender Gerard Piqué was questioned by a judge on Friday as part of a judicial probe into the business deal that led to the Spanish Super Cup being hosted in Saudi Arabia. Neither Piqué nor his lawyer spoke to reporters gathered outside the courthouse. The probe is examining suspicions of corruption and money… Read more: Super Cup probe: Judge questions Gerard Piqué
Liverpool’s Slot looking to follow Klopp as Newcastle chase historyMarch 15, 2025
LIVERPOOL, England — When Liverpool head coach Arne Slot addressed the media ahead of the Premier League clash with Southampton last weekend, he described the fixture as “the first of three finals.” It was a rallying cry to both players and fans, setting the stage for a week that looked destined to define Liverpool’s season.… Read more: Liverpool’s Slot looking to follow Klopp as Newcastle chase history
Amorim ‘in a hurry’ to win trophies at Man UtdMarch 14, 2025
Ruben Amorim has said he is “in a hurry” to win trophies at Manchester United while also admitting that the club hierarchy recognise he needs time to deliver success at Old Trafford. The Portuguese manager has struggled to turn around United’s fortunes since taking over from Erik ten Hag in November. The club are 14th… Read more: Amorim ‘in a hurry’ to win trophies at Man Utd
Champions League quarterfinal predictions, from Real Madrid-Arsenal to Villa-PSGMarch 14, 2025
Well, the Champions League round of 16 concluded on Wednesday night with some unforgettable second legs and plenty of penalty shoot-out drama. Not only did Paris Saint-Germain eliminate Liverpool on spot-kicks at Anfield this week, but Real Madrid emerged from a trip to rivals Atletico Madrid with a similar victory after 120 tension-packed minutes to… Read more: Champions League quarterfinal predictions, from Real Madrid-Arsenal to Villa-PSG
The Football Reporters: Do Chelsea prove WSL has competitiveness problem?March 13, 2025
On the latest episode of The Football Reporters podcast, ESPN’s Emily Keogh, Tom Hamilton and Jeff Kassouf ask whether Chelsea’s dominance in the Women’s Super League shows the league has a competitiveness problem? Chelsea have won 16 of their 14 games and remain unbeaten in the WSL this season under head coach Sonia Bompastor as… Read more: The Football Reporters: Do Chelsea prove WSL has competitiveness problem?
Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal eye Bayern winger Leroy SanéMarch 13, 2025
Arsenal are considering a move to sign Bayern Munich winger Leroy Sané, while Manchester United prefer a move for Harry Kane over Jean-Philippe Mateta. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip from around the globe. Transfers homepage | Done deals | Men’s January grades | Women’s January grades – Man Utd CEO:… Read more: Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal eye Bayern winger Leroy Sané
Why does Madrid legend Ferenc Puskas have a statue in Melbourne?March 12, 2025
Editor’s note: This article was originally published in May 2020, but has been updated ahead of the release of the new documentary Ange & The Boss, which will be screened in select cinemas from March 13. MELBOURNE — There are a lot of statues in Melbourne’s Olympic precinct. Bronze statues encircle the famous Melbourne Cricket… Read more: Why does Madrid legend Ferenc Puskas have a statue in Melbourne?